Tuesday, 17 June 2025

Voices of Sunbeam: A Reflection Compilation by Students

Voices of Sunbeam: A Reflection Compilation by Students

At Sunbeam, we believe that students who think together, grow together, and learn together. This compilation brings together the thoughts, reflections, and creative expressions of our students, showcasing how shared experiences foster deeper understanding and personal growth. Each voice here represents a step in our collective journey — one of empathy, curiosity, and learning through connection.

Embracing Uniqueness with Kartik Bajoria - Sunbeam School Balia

 

๐ŸŒฟ Reflection: "Knowing Ourselves and Finding Our Path"

In today’s fast-moving world, it is more important than ever to truly know ourselves. We often get caught up in the noise of society, expectations, and comparisons, but deep down, discovering who we are is the foundation of building a meaningful life. Our career choices shouldn’t just be about money or trends — they should reflect our passions, strengths, and values. A certain amount of self-awareness is not just helpful; it is necessary.

Sadly, many teenagers today face constant stress and confusion, trying to meet standards they don’t fully understand. Our parents sacrifice so much to give us a life they never had — not to control us, but because they want to see us happy and secure. That makes it even more important to stop, reflect, and ask: “What do I really want? Who am I becoming?”

Knowing ourselves isn’t selfish; it’s the first step toward living with purpose and making our parents’ sacrifices truly worthwhile.

~ By Astha Mishra, Grade 9
Sunbeam School, Ballia

It was a truly inspiring session. In this two-hour session, we first listened to the powerful experiences of Mr. Kartik Bajoria by watching his video: https://youtu.be/G5kT99UEux0?si=RDWcHfKW_BoJOR1K, which gave us the idea of embracing our own uniqueness. He was also present with us during the session, watching along and answering all our questions wonderfully.

Along with him, we were joined by Mr. Jugjiv Singh, Mrs. Manisha Khanna, Mrs. Brinda Ma’am, and nearly a hundred students from different schools.

Kartik Sir shared an incident where someone asked him, “What are you really? A singer, a teacher, or a managing official?” His answer was, “I am all of these — and I could also be a farmer someday!” What he really meant was that it's okay to have multiple interests. You can pursue one thing passionately, get tired of it, and then move on — and that's completely normal. It's perfectly fine to explore different fields and follow what excites you.

~ Akansha Grade IX-C
Sunbeam School, Ballia


Sunday, 15 June 2025

My Good School, Sunday the 15th June 2025

 

๐Ÿพ  "A Pet Like No Other"

The villagers found a baby monkey near the forest and decided to keep it as a pet. At first, it was fun—swinging on curtains and eating fruit from her hand. But soon, the monkey began to act wild, biting furniture, screaming at strangers, and trying to run away. The villager realised love wasn't enough—what the monkey truly needed was its natural home.

๐Ÿง  Reflective Questions:

  1. Focus on Curiosity and Choices
    Why do some people bring wild animals into their homes, even when it may not be the best choice?

  2. Focus on Natural Behaviour and Environment
    What challenges arise when a wild animal is taken out of its natural habitat and brought into a home?

  3. Focus on Responsibility and Consequences
    How did the decision to keep the monkey affect both the villagers and the monkey in the long run?

  4. Focus on Care vs. Freedom
    Can love and care replace the natural freedom and environment a wild animal needs? Why or why not?

  5. Focus on Learning and Growth
    What lesson can we take from the villagers' experience about the kind of pets we choose and how we care for them?

Hope you enjoyed today's session! ๐ŸŒˆ Now it's time to share your reflection ๐Ÿ“. Please write a few lines about your key takeaway from the session. 

If you have a pet, do share a cute picture along with a fun or unique behaviour that makes your pet special ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ“ธ — we'd love to see it! Additionally, include one line on how reflection helps develop 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, empathy, creativity, and communication ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ก.
๐Ÿ“ง Kindly email your reflection to: mk@learningforward.org.in

Let's continue to learn, grow, and share together! ๐Ÿ’ซ

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